Washington § 71.05.285 Additional confinement—Prior history evidence.

Washington Statutes

§ 71.05.285 — Additional confinement—Prior history evidence.

Washington § 71.05.285

Title 71BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Ch. 71.05BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DISORDERS

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Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.285 (2026).

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In determining whether an inpatient or less restrictive alternative commitment under the process provided in RCW 71.05.280 and 71.05.320 (4) is appropriate, great weight shall be given to evidence of a prior history or pattern of decompensation and discontinuation of treatment resulting in:

(1)Repeated hospitalizations; or (2) repeated peace officer interventions resulting in juvenile offenses, criminal charges, diversion programs, or jail admissions. Such evidence may be used to provide a factual basis for concluding that the individual would not receive, if released, such care as is essential for his or her health or safety. Findings — Intent — Effective date — 2018 c 201: See notes following RCW 41.05.018 .

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In determining whether an inpatient or less restrictive alternative commitment under the process provided in RCW 71.05.280 and 71.05.320 (4) is appropriate, great weight shall be given to evidence of a prior history or pattern of decompensation and discontinuation of treatment resulting in: (1) Repeated hospitalizations; or (2) repeated peace officer interventions resulting in juvenile offenses, criminal charges, diversion programs, or jail admissions. Such evidence may be used to provide a factual basis for concluding that the individual would not receive, if released, such care as is essential for his or her health or safety.

Findings — Intent — Effective date — 2018 c 201: See notes following RCW 41.05.018 .